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Pipefitter

Job details
Posting date: 13 March 2026
Salary: £36,000 to £40,000 per year
Additional salary information: Competitive Salary, Van, Equipment, paid holiday
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 12 April 2026
Location: Tiverton, South West, EX16 4NE
Company: Meridian Business Support
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 59191587

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Summary

Pipefitter

TheOpportunity:
If you are either an experienced Pipefitter or a Commercial Plumber looking for a change of direction within the renewable sector, then this is a fabulous role for you. You will join a well established renewable business and represent them on site across the whole of Southern England as a full time, employed Pipefitter, whilst travelling to and from their Devon head office. You will be provided with your own van and equipment, and there will be a requirement to travel and stay away from home for up to 3-4 nights per week, Mon-Fri.

Job Responsibilities:

- Act as the on-site lead for pipefitting activities, offering guidance, technical expertise, and decision-making support to the project manager
- Undertake commercial (biomass) boiler installations and project work on a national basis
- Troubleshoot faults and attend breakdowns
- Carry out all installation work adhering fully to all design drawings issued, reporting and documenting any deviations where necessary
- Undertake risk assessments for all site visits
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain up-to-date knowledge

Preferred Skills:

- Minimum 5 years’ experience in commercial plumbing or previous experience in a similar position either as a pipefitter.
- Strong knowledge of tools, systems, and installation techniques specific to commercial settings.
- NVQ level 2 qualification in Plumbing or equivalent.
- Full UK Driving License (Essential for field-based travel), combined with the flexibility and desire to stay away from home potentially 3-4 weeknights per week.
- Ideally you’ll have some welding experience, and an interest in working in the renewable sector.

Pay and Benefits:

- Salary: Up to £40,000 salary depending on experience
• Hours: Permanent, 40-hour week (Monday to Friday)
• Location: Tiverton (National field-based travel required)
• Holiday: 21 days + Bank Holidays (Increasing by 1 day per year of service, up to 5 additional days)
• Perks: Additional "Birthday Holiday" off
• Support: Comprehensive health and well-being package & pension scheme
• Travel: Overnight expenses paid when working away
• Development: Comprehensive, industry-specific technical training provided

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.

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